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QantasLink secures first three Embraer E190s and funds multi‑million cabin upgrades for Western Australia

QantasLink has secured an initial three Embraer E190s — part of a deal for up to 14 to replace Fokker 100s — and is investing a multi‑million dollar programme to refit its regional Airbus A319/A320 fleet with new seats, Wi‑Fi and on‑device entertainment for Western Australia services.

2026-01-20T01:55:25.094021-08:00

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Air Arabia launches A320 first‑officer recruitment drive in Argentina and Chile for March 2026

2026-01-19T16:24:37.414444-08:00

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United A321neo (N14502) loses nose‑wheel tire after hard landing at Orlando; FAA review expected

2026-01-18T16:04:51.867831-08:00

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Lufthansa adds A320neo and A350‑900 to 100th‑anniversary livery fleet

2026-01-19T11:50:44.177802-08:00

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QantasLink secures first three Embraer E190s and funds multi‑million cabin upgrades for Western Australia QantasLink has secured an initial three Embraer E190s — part of a deal for up to 14 to replace Fokker 100s — and is investing a multi‑million dollar programme to refit its regional Airbus A319/A320 fleet with new seats, Wi‑Fi and on‑device entertainment for Western Australia services.

2026-01-20T01:55:25.094021-08:00

QantasLink secures first three Embraer E190s and funds multi‑million cabin upgrades for Western Australia

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Air Arabia launches A320 first‑officer recruitment drive in Argentina and Chile for March 2026 Sharjah‑based low‑cost carrier Air Arabia has launched a recruitment drive targeting Airbus A320 First Officers residing in Argentina and Chile, scheduling in‑person selection events in March 2026. The airline seeks pilots with at least 800 hours on the A320 to staff its overseas operating bases.

2026-01-19T16:24:37.414444-08:00

Air Arabia launches A320 first‑officer recruitment drive in Argentina and Chile for March 2026

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Lufthansa adds A320neo and A350‑900 to 100th‑anniversary livery fleet Lufthansa has expanded its 100th‑anniversary fleet by repainting an A320neo and an A350‑900 in the centennial livery. Rolled out from paint shops in Norwich and Châteauroux, the two aircraft join the repainted Boeing 787‑9 “Berlin” and are due to enter service in early 2026.

2026-01-19T11:50:44.177802-08:00

Lufthansa adds A320neo and A350‑900 to 100th‑anniversary livery fleet

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Sun PhuQuoc Airways to launch first international route Phu Quoc–Taipei on 29 March 2026 Sun PhuQuoc Airways will launch its first international route on 29 March 2026, operating nonstop between Phu Quoc and Taipei Taoyuan. The service marks the carrier's first step beyond domestic flying and opens a direct leisure link between Vietnam's resort island and Taiwan's main international gateway.

2026-01-18T17:33:12.877392-08:00

Sun PhuQuoc Airways to launch first international route Phu Quoc–Taipei on 29 March 2026

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United A321neo (N14502) loses nose‑wheel tire after hard landing at Orlando; FAA review expected A United Airlines Airbus A321neo (N14502) lost a nose‑wheel tire following a hard landing at Orlando International Airport, prompting a runway closure and temporary ground stop. No injuries were reported; the occurrence will be reviewed by the FAA and subject to a mechanical investigation.

2026-01-18T16:04:51.867831-08:00

United A321neo (N14502) loses nose‑wheel tire after hard landing at Orlando; FAA review expected

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JetBlue — route, fleet and partnership roundup A roundup of JetBlue's recent route network changes, strategic fleet developments and partnership moves, including aircraft orders, service launches and alliance/loyalty tie‑ups. Daily operator updates compile activity across network changes, fleet strategy, M&A, start‑ups and market exits that affect JetBlue's operating footprint.

2026-01-18T09:51:16.689347-08:00

JetBlue — route, fleet and partnership roundup

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Turkish Airlines A321 diverted to Barcelona after passenger-created Wi‑Fi name triggers bomb alert; escorted by fighter jets Turkish Airlines Flight TK1853, an A321 (registration TC‑JRR) from Istanbul to Barcelona, made an emergency landing at Barcelona–El Prat after a passenger-created in‑flight Wi‑Fi network name triggered a bomb alert. The jet was escorted by military fighters and standard security protocols were activated on arrival.

2026-01-15T05:19:06.888022-08:00

Turkish Airlines A321 diverted to Barcelona after passenger-created Wi‑Fi name triggers bomb alert; escorted by fighter jets

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Croatia Airlines to retire A320 fleet in mid‑Q1 2026 Croatia Airlines will retire its Airbus A320 fleet in mid‑Q1 2026, removing the type from scheduled service and setting a firm timeline for the phase‑out. The move gives lessors, maintenance providers and network planners a clear date to manage aircraft returns and short‑haul capacity adjustments.

2026-01-14T23:50:50.055138-08:00

Croatia Airlines to retire A320 fleet in mid‑Q1 2026

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QantasLink secures first three Embraer E190s and funds multi‑million cabin upgrades for Western Australia

Air Arabia launches A320 first‑officer recruitment drive in Argentina and Chile for March 2026

United A321neo (N14502) loses nose‑wheel tire after hard landing at Orlando; FAA review expected

Lufthansa adds A320neo and A350‑900 to 100th‑anniversary livery fleet

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